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Corporate - General Attorney in Chicago, IL

American Bar Association (ABA) Aug 01,2019 Oct 10,2018 Location USA Chicago IL
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In-House

Attorney

Corporate - General

Max 3 yrs required

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Staff Attorney I The candidate will communicate directly with military legal assistance offices and Judge Advocates (JAGs) who submit case referrals to the program; screen and summarize pro bono case referrals involving a diverse range of civil legal issues, including family law matters, consumer and creditor issues, landlord-tenant disputes, probate, and others; collaborate with legal organizations and associations, law firms, and individual attorneys nationwide to recruit and maintain a pro bono attorney roster; and track volunteer attorneys’ case progress and monitor case outcomes. Maintain statistics, draft reports and publicity information, and perform public speaking to military legal leadership, ABA committees, and financial supporters. Complete daily online updates to the program’s website to highlight open pro bono cases, news, events, along with other online website maintenance as needed, while also increasing the program’s involvement with social media. Perform other duties as required. Possession of a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, and licensed to practice law in a U.S. state. Should have experience of 0-3 years. A background in military culture is preferable. Should preferably have previous legal practice focusing on public interest and/or experience with family law and/or military service or military-related background.

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Ref: RE12260

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